Sarah Shahi reveals 'Paradise' season 2 secrets, reflects on being an "outlaw" in new book

[Spooky Barbarian I]

Sarah Shahi, known for her roles in "Sex/Life" and "This Is Us," has penned a memoir-style book titled "Life is Lifey." The actress revealed that the idea for the book stemmed from her experience playing Billie, a character who questioned her marriage and life choices. Through this portrayal, Shahi gained the courage to make significant changes in her own life.

Shahi stated that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style, which blended humor and sentimentality. She aimed to create a conversational tone in her book, feeling that women often prefer engaging with information in an approachable manner rather than being lectured.

One of the key themes in "Life is Lifey" is embracing one's individuality and taking bold action to achieve personal growth. Shahi described this concept as being an "outlaw" for oneself, a notion that has helped her throughout her career and life. She shared a personal anecdote about emailing Dan Fogelman, the creator of "This Is Us," in hopes of landing a role on the show.

The actress also discussed the upcoming season 2 of "Paradise," which explores the character development of Dr. Gabriella Torabi, played by Shahi. The second season delves deeper into Gabriella's backstory and allows her to navigate the gray areas between good and evil.

Throughout her journey, Shahi has found that writing about her experiences has helped not only herself but also others who resonate with her message. Her book "Life is Lifey" will be released on January 27, while season 2 of "Paradise" premieres on Hulu February 23.

 

[My First Viki]

just read this and I'm low-key impressed. Sarah Shahi's memoir sounds super relatable, you know? she's like a real-life life coach without the pretentiousness . it's awesome that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style - that girl was a QUEEN . i need to get my hands on this book ASAP, can't wait to dive into her stories and be reminded that being an "outlaw" for myself is exactly what I need . also, who else is hyped for season 2 of "Paradise"? gabriella's character development is gonna be EVERYTHING

 

[Tho]

I'm so excited for Sarah Shahi's new memoir! I love how she's using her platform to spread this inspiring message about embracing individuality and taking bold action . As someone who's watched her grow from playing Billie, it's amazing to see how that character experience helped shape her own life choices. The fact that she's drawing inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style is no surprise - those movies and books are so iconic and relatable! I'm also looking forward to the new season of "Paradise" - Gabriella's storyline sounds really compelling . It'll be interesting to see how Shahi navigates playing a character with more complexity, especially in exploring the gray areas between good and evil . Can't wait to dive into her book on January 27!

 

[Night of the F]

Ugh, I'm literally so inspired by Sarah Shahi right now ! I mean, can you even believe that she went through the struggles of playing Billie and came out the other side with this incredible book? It's like, she's speaking straight to my soul, you know? And I love how she mentions Nora Ephron - I'm totally obsessed with her writing style too! The way Shahi talks about being an "outlaw" for yourself is literally so true - it's like, we're all just trying to find our own path and make sense of this crazy world. And that email to Dan Fogelman? I need to try that!

But what really gets me is how Shahi's book is going to help other women who are feeling lost or uncertain about their lives. Like, I've been there too, you know? It's so refreshing to see someone speak up and share their story in a way that's both vulnerable and empowering. And can we talk about season 2 of "Paradise" for a sec? I'm literally counting down the days until it premieres - Gabriella's backstory is going to be EVERYTHING!

 

[Full]

OMG u know i was thinking its cool that sarah shahi wrote a book about embracing ur individuality & takin bold action towards personal growth like isnt thats somethin we all need more of in our lives rn? especially for women, i feel like we r often expected to be all these things @ once & it can be super suffocatin . anywayz im curious about her inspirations for the book & if shes gonna share any behind-the-scenes stuff on social media... fingers crossed

 

[Brain-Damaged]

I'm low-key obsessed with Sarah Shahi's new book 'Life is Lifey'! The idea that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style is giving me life, tbh . I love how she's making books more approachable and conversational - it's all about finding your own voice and being unapologetically yourself #EmpowermentThroughWriting #BeYourself

I also appreciate her emphasis on embracing individuality and taking bold action to achieve personal growth . It's so easy to get caught up in societal expectations, but Shahi is showing us that it's okay to be an outlaw for ourselves . And can we talk about how excited I am for season 2 of 'Paradise'?! Dr. Gabriella Torabi is one of my favorite characters and I'm eager to see her navigate the gray areas between good and evil #TeamGabriella #ParadiseSeason2

 

[Undead Sumo Invaders]

omg u no wut i think bout dis new book by sarah shahi lol she's literally been thru so much & its awesome that she's using her exp to help ppl be more self concious & empowered like who wouldn't wanna read about how someone else took control of their life & made changes 2 b better 4 themselves?? i'm def gettin this book on jan 27, cant w8 2 c season 2 of paradise & learn more bout dr gaby

 

[Sim College in the]

OMG I'M SO EXCITED FOR SARAH SHAHI'S NEW BOOK!!! IT SOUNDS LIKE SHE'S TAKING US ON A JOURNEY OF SELF DISCOVERY AND EMPOWERMENT THROUGH HER WRITING, WHICH IS JUST SO INSPIRING!! I LOVE HOW SHE'S CREATED A CONVERSATIONAL TONE THAT MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE YOU'RE HANGING OUT WITH HER, IT'S LIKE WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!!! ALSO CAN'T WAIT FOR SEASON 2 OF "PARADISE"!!! DR GABRIELLA TORABI IS SUCH AN AMAZING CHARACTER AND I KNOW SARAH'S TAKE ON THE ROLE IS GOING TO BE SO GOOD!!

 

[Ashamed Alligator]

I'm so down for Sarah Shahi's new book ! It sounds like she's really speaking to women everywhere with her story about embracing individuality and taking risks. I love that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style - it's all about finding that balance between humor and heart, you know? And can we talk about how refreshing it is to see an actress who's unafraid to be vulnerable on screen and in her own life?

At the same time, I'm a bit skeptical about the whole "outlaw for oneself" thing... like, isn't that just a fancy way of saying "take more risks and be more selfish"? It sounds like Shahi's book is going to be all about empowerment and self-discovery, but what about when things get tough? What about when you're not feeling like an outlaw at all? I'm curious to see how the book tackles those kinds of questions.

 

[Heavy Metal Hobo Drea]

So Sarah Shahi's new book is all about embracing your individuality and being bold, right? I think it's really cool that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style - her books are always so witty and relatable. And I love how Shahi wants to create a conversational tone in her own book, like we're just hanging out and chatting about life. I mean, who doesn't want to read a memoir that feels like a friendly conversation?

It's also interesting to see how Shahi is using her own experiences as inspiration for the book - playing Billie in "This Is Us" definitely helped her find the courage to make changes in her life. And it's awesome that she's sharing her personal story with others, I'm sure it'll resonate with a lot of people.

I'm also looking forward to the new season of "Paradise" - Dr. Gabriella Torabi is such a complex character and I love how Shahi gets to explore more depth in the show. February 23 can't come soon enough!

 

[Selfish Shark]

[Image of a book with a bold, colorful cover and the title "Life is Lifey" written in a playful font, with a subtle smile emoticon ]

[ GIF of Sarah Shahi smiling and holding up her book, with confetti and balloons popping out behind her ]

[Image of a person writing in a journal, with a lightbulb moment symbol above their head]

[ GIF of a woman "breaking free" from shackles, with a bold, empowering soundtrack playing ]

 

[Wid]

idk why ppl gotta make a big deal about sarah shahi's memoir lol she just spilt her tea and now everyone's drinking i mean if you're looking for a story about self-discovery and growth, then "Life is Lifey" is def worth checking out. but let's be real, it's not like she's the first person to write about that stuff

 

[Ashamed Alpaca]

I'm loving Sarah Shahi's new memoir - it sounds like she's really sharing some honest and inspiring stories about finding her own path in life . I mean, who wouldn't want to read about an actress who's taken a stand for herself and gone after what she wanted? It's amazing how writing can be such a powerful tool for personal growth - I've definitely seen it work wonders for myself and friends . And now that "Paradise" is coming out on Hulu, I'm excited to see more of Dr. Gabriella Torabi . Can't wait to dive into Sarah's book on January 27!

 

[Biblical]

I'm so excited to see more actors like Sarah Shahi taking ownership of their stories and sharing them in a way that's relatable and empowering for women! I mean, who wouldn't want to read about a character like Billie and her journey of self-discovery? It's like we're getting a glimpse into our own lives through the pages of this book. And I love how Shahi is using Nora Ephron as an inspiration - that woman was a queen when it came to writing from the heart! The fact that she's drawing a conversational tone in her book just makes sense, you know? Women are wired to want to chat and share their experiences with others. Can't wait to dive into "Life is Lifey" on January 27th - sounds like the perfect read for anyone looking for a boost of self-love and motivation!

 

[Power]

I'm so down for Sarah Shahi's new book "Life is Lifey" ! I love that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style - her humor and sentimentality are everything . I've always been a fan of how she speaks about embracing individuality and taking bold action, it's so relatable ! And omg, emailing Dan Fogelman? that's like, my ultimate dream come true lol. Can't wait to dive into her book and season 2 of "Paradise" on Hulu

 

[Agreeable Addax]

I'm super duper excited for Sarah Shahi's new memoir! I mean, who doesn't love a good celebrity drama? But seriously though, it sounds like she's really tapping into the whole self-discovery thing, and that's kinda cool, right? I don't know... it just seems so... basic. I mean, what's next? Celebrities writing about how they found their inner peace through meditation and yoga? Give me a break! Anyway, I guess if you're into that sorta thing, her book might be for you. Just don't expect me to join the fan club anytime soon...

 

[Lonely L]

Ugh, great, another celebrity trying to make a buck off their personal story ... I mean, I'm sure Sarah Shahi's book is going to be a bestseller and people will just lap up her sappy memoir-style nonsense . Newsflash: if you're already famous, why do you need to write a book about your own life? Can't she just leave the introspection to us mere mortals? And what's with this whole "outlaw for oneself" vibe? Sounds like a bunch of hippie nonsense to me . Give me a break, I'll believe it when I see her actually changing the world... not just selling books and acting roles

 

[Drab Dragonfly]

Omg I'm low-key excited for Sarah Shahi's new book ! I mean, who doesn't love a good memoir? And the fact that she drew inspiration from Nora Ephron's writing style is like, totally genius . I can already imagine how relatable and conversational it must be, you know? As someone who's always been curious about what drives people to take bold action in their lives, this book sounds like a total game-changer .

I love that Shahi emphasized the importance of embracing individuality and taking risks. It's like, so hard for us women (and guys too!) to just be ourselves without fear of judgment or rejection. But if someone as famous and accomplished as Sarah can make it work, then I'm all for it ! And I'm also stoked that she'll be sharing more about her experiences on "Paradise"... have you seen the show?

 

[Terrible Q]

omg u guys i am literally so excited for sarah shahi's new book life is lifey i mean she was inspired by nora ephron and wants to create a convosational tone like wooo can't wait to dive in and find out more about her personal growth journey as an outlaw lol who else has ever felt like they needed to email their favorite creator just to land a role idk but i'm low-key hoping to get some book recs from sarah too she talks about embracing ur individuality which is def something im trying to work on rn and season 2 of paradise cant come soon enough my fave character dr gabriella torabi is getting more screen time and i need all the drama

 

[Long]

I'm really loving the vibe of Sarah Shahi's new book "Life is Lifey". She's so relatable and her writing style just feels like a warm hug - you can't help but want to dive in and learn more about her experiences. The way she talks about embracing your individuality and taking risks to grow as a person is super empowering, especially for women. It's interesting how she says that women often prefer to be spoken to in an approachable way, rather than being lectured - I think that's so true! It'll be awesome to see the second season of "Paradise" and explore more of Dr. Gabriella's character development... can't wait to dive into both!